Marco Rubio's Bill Helping Jordan Battle ISIS, Deal With Syrian Refugees Clears Senate

While most of his focus is on the Republican presidential contest, U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., scored a win on Wednesday night as the U.S. Senate passed “U.S.-Jordan Defense Cooperation Act of 2015.” 

Rubio’s bill makes Jordan eligible under the Arms Export Control Act and increases military cooperation between the U.S. and that Middle Eastern nation. The Florida Republican said his proposal would help Jordan deal with the Syrian refugee crisis and battle Islamic State (ISIS) terrorism. 

“This bill will strengthen our relationship with our friends in Jordan as they face immense challenges from ISIS and the chaos in Syria,” said Rubio. “Given the president’s failure to put together a serious strategy to destroy ISIS, our allies and partners need our assistance as they deal with millions of refugees from the conflict. I hope this bill moves quickly through the House and to the president’s desk so Jordan knows America stands with them during this difficult time.‎”